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Bachelor of Education (Honours) / Bachelor of Computer Science

Monash University

Monash University

Monash is a university with a difference, and we’re proud of it. Our approach to education allows our students a study experience like no other, helping them make a difference to their own lives and the lives of others.

Bachelor Degree (Honours)

Year 12 or equivalent; Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in English other than EAL; and and a study score of at least 25 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Maths: Specialist Mathematics

Course Description

This double degree course aims to prepare students for a rewarding career educating and inspiring young people to understand how computers work and the option of a professional career in computer science. This course leads to two separate degrees and students gain all the benefits of each degree course and will be fully equipped to pursue a career in either Education or Computer Science separately. Students can specialise in primary education, with specialist expertise in ICT and mathematics, and be eligible to teach across the school curriculum as a qualified primary teacher of children aged 5-12 years. Alternatively they can specialise in secondary education and qualify as a specialist teacher in ICT and mathematics, teaching adolescents aged from 12-18 years. Students will put learning into practise with hands-on experience during their studies. Through professional experience they will gain valuable guidance from other educators and develop confidence as a teacher. They will complete a minimum of 80 days of professional experience in urban, rural, remote or international settings and schools. This includes opportunities to gain first-hand teaching experience in locations such as China, Cook Islands, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Italy, Malaysia, South Africa, and United Arab Emirates (UAE). A computer science degree provides an in-depth knowledge of the theory and practice of applying computers software and systems to problem solving. Students will gain a deep understanding of the theory of computation, its mathematical foundations and its practical applications and learn to think creatively and analytically.

Subjects you can Study

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Bachelor Degree (Honours)

Duration

Clayton

Full-time internal = 4 years

Structure

This course is equivalent to 4.25 years of full time study but is completed in 4 calendar years. Studies in Education and Computer Science are taken concurrently.

Entry Requirements

Year 12 or equivalent; Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in English other than EAL; and and a study score of at least 25 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Maths: Specialist Mathematics

Study Pathways

Graduates have the opportunity of applying for further study.

Comments

All students will be required to complete a Working With Children Check (WWCC). All applicants are also advised to complete a VTAC Personal Statement detailing community involvement and evidence of how they have fulfilled the equivalent mathematics prerequisite.

Primary school teachers educate primary school children by planning and conducting an education programme to develop literacy and numeracy, as well as the physical, emotional, intellectual and social growth of their students.

Secondary school teachers teach one or more subjects within the school curriculum to secondary students. Subject areas include English, mathematics, science, history, geography, drama, dance, art, music, health and physical education, design, information technology, languages other than English, and home economics (see separate entry for Home Economist).

About Monash University

The world is changing fast. If you’re at high school now, you may eventually choose an occupation that doesn’t yet exist. And you’ll almost certainly have several careers over your lifetime. That’s why we’ve designed our courses to give you the knowledge to confidently embark on a specific profession, plus the skills and networks to explore possibilities in your future.

Choose from a suite of courses
. They all allow you to graduate with a focused, relevant, accredited qualification, but there are different programs for different learning styles. That's because the Monash way of learning is versatile and flexible, genuinely interdisciplinary and focused on career outcomes.

We often involve industry partners in course design and delivery, so that you can graduate at the forefront of industry knowledge. And, of course, we're researchers — we create knowledge as well as deliver it. That research feeds straight back into our classrooms, keeping you abreast of global academic developments.

Of course, university isn't just about study. Our goal is to enrich you academically, professionally and personally, so that when you graduate, you're ready for anything.

If you're up for it, we have heaps of ways to help you stand out from the pack. You can spend time studying overseas
or embark on one of our leadership programs,all of which differ in length and focus, allowing you to choose the one that best suits your goals.

Add all this to the many groups, societies and events, and you have the opportunity to pack half a lifetime's experience into your four or so years on campus.

Monash is one of the world's top 100 universities. According to the Global Employability Rankings, leaders from the world's most successful companies consistently rate Monash as a preferred university from which to hire graduates.

But while our rankings are reputation mean we can compete with the 'traditional' universities, we don't plan on becoming one. We're a young university, with a proud history of risk-taking and challenging the status quo. We think that gives us the best of both worlds — the qualities and reputation of an old-school university and the openness and ambition of youth.

Student Profile

Oliver Moraes

Studying:
Bachelor of Science (Geology major) and Arts

Before he started university, Oliver Maraes knew exactly what he wanted to do. Then he changed his mind completely.

“I started doing science because I wanted to do physiotherapy,” he explained. “But studying geology has totally changed me. Since starting my degree I’ve discovered my interest in natural disasters and it has really driven my direction.”

Oliver firmed up his new career aspirations in 2012 during a student exchange to Monash South Africa. “I always wanted to go to Africa and Monash made it so easy. The study abroad opportunities were a big part of the reason I decided to come to Monash,” said Oliver. But along with geology, he discovered the power of philanthropy.

“I got involved with a project aimed at sourcing books for children at a local primary school in Zandspruit, Johannesburg. Another Monash student and I organised a range of fundraising activities,” he said. “When the library opened it was just so amazing to see all those kids at their school with resources that none of them have ever had.”

The experience led him to further philanthropic activities, including Making Change
, a volunteer-based community organisation for young people interested in tackling social issues.

Philanthropy hasn’t taken over completely, however. Oliver is still deeply engaged in science. “My dream in the future is to work in disaster management and find a way to combine my love of science with my passion for helping people.”